There is also a Heavy Duty metal snap and they do come in a few colors. I used them regularly to make pants and shorts for our disabled son. Punching a hole first is essential for these heavy duty snap. And I used the first tool to install them. My hand strength is not the best but the tool sometimes bent out of shape and had to be tossed.
I have the plastic kam system with a metal plier rather than your pink plastic one. They are surprisingly sturdy when clamped in place. It took me over 10 mins to cut apart one that I had put in the wrong way round.
Really informative video. Thank you. 💐 I have one like the pink you showed but metal handles. Came in a kit for around $5.00 few years back. Still works fantastic! Who knew! 😁
Excellent presentation question for you l just started making fabric belts but cannot find belt buckles at my local store. Any idea where you can them? Thanks
Thank you for this video!! It saved me from pulling all my hair out 😊I really like the demonstration and the pink one looks perfect for my projects! Mostly paper crafting but I want to use the plastic buttons for a new closure idea and had no idea how to work the pliers or which one to buy. Thank you Thank you 😊
Thank you. Have purchased a snap kit but cannot use it. Your plastic version seems great. Am in India, and Amazon does not seem to have it. Where can I purchase one?
You are going to need the heavy duty KAMsnap system which I have linked in the description. The first two versions I introduced in the video are good for clothing and craft projects. The KAMsnap system lets you install snaps in a way that they will not come apart under heavy use. Hope that helps!
Nobody seems to be having the same problem as me! The post from the snaps, the get in the way of each other causing the snaps not to go together and I'm so confused because I feel like I'm the only one who's having this problem
Thank you. Ive bought the metal ones for handbag pockets but wondering if theyre too strong. If I buy the plastic ones, would they fit in the metal pliers?
Hi Ruth. The plastic ones will not fit in the metal grommet clamp. But different metal ones will fit in the clamp for plastic ones. Hope that makes sense. Happy sewing!
I like the look of the metal snaps. But the plastic ones are easier to install. The metal one works on a thin fabric layer, so baby clothes like jersey fabric should be fine. But if your fabric gets too thick the teeth from the metal snaps won’t hold as they are not long enough. The best bet of course is the metal snap press I show at the end of this video. Hope that helps guide you a bit better. And happy sewing!
I bought the metal snap installer for baby clothes and I would NOT recommend them. The fact that they don't handle much cloth is a pain, but way more importantly; If you have a slightly loosely fastened snap, the back (clawed side) and front (male or female snap) pull away from eachother easily - exposing those metal prongs. SUPER sharp for anyone's skin especially a baby and also super scary if one came apart and they went to put it in their mouth! I make my own kids' some clothes, so this has been the experience for me. I am considering getting the plastic fasteners for safety sake, even though I don't like how they look as much.
I may be in the minority who don't like the outside look of the metal snap buttons. I thought there should be a stud/post. And you can't use the pliers for the five-claw system to install plastic buttons?
It is totally up to you which one you like of course :) but the plastic snaps do need their own clamp, they will not work in the metal clamp. Unless you are using the large press I talk about at the end of the video. It will do all the snaps, you just need to change out the ends to match. hope that helps, Happy Sewing!
Yes, If the fabric is too thick the little teeth on the metal snaps will not be able to get through and connect to the other side. But if you are using them on a thin piece of fabric they will connect and stay put.
View the matching blog post HERE: tamarasjoy.com/the-best-snap-set-to-buy-plastic-vrs-metal/
I’ve used both and find both very easy to use
There is also a Heavy Duty metal snap and they do come in a few colors. I used them regularly to make pants and shorts for our disabled son. Punching a hole first is essential for these heavy duty snap. And I used the first tool to install them. My hand strength is not the best but the tool sometimes bent out of shape and had to be tossed.
That's the one I'm looking for the heavy duty. I might have to get both 😊
Thank you for making this video. Now I can decide which one I need to purchase.
Thank you, this video definitely makes me more confident to use
I'm so glad to hear that!
The pointy tool for making holes in fabric is calle an awl. :D Thanks for the comparison video. Considering buying something for plastic snaps.
The "pointy thing" is called an awl (all)
Thank you! Yes, that makes sense.
I have the plastic kam system with a metal plier rather than your pink plastic one. They are surprisingly sturdy when clamped in place. It took me over 10 mins to cut apart one that I had put in the wrong way round.
That's impressive!!! Thanks for sharing that Christine.
I have metal pliers that work for the plastic kams too. Not sure if I bought the wrong one, but it works!
It’s been awhile since I’ve used snaps, so your video explanation is great. I have all three fasteners but I can’t say which one is my favorite.
Really informative video. Thank you. 💐
I have one like the pink you showed but metal handles. Came in a kit for around $5.00 few years back. Still works fantastic! Who knew! 😁
Excellent presentation question for you l just started making fabric belts but cannot find belt buckles at my local store. Any idea where you can them?
Thanks
this video is very helpful since i was planning to buy snaps.
Glad to hear it!
Me too for duvet covers
Thank you for this video!! It saved me from pulling all my hair out 😊I really like the demonstration and the pink one looks perfect for my projects! Mostly paper crafting but I want to use the plastic buttons for a new closure idea and had no idea how to work the pliers or which one to buy. Thank you Thank you 😊
I am so glad I could help you make your decision Melissa! Enjoy :)
Do you have to have different tools to put them on if the heads of them are bigger or smaller
Which would work best for a stretchy fabric? I was thinking the metal would be better.
Thank you so much! I purchased the one that looks like your pink one. It doesn't work that great. Maybe I'm doing something wrong but mine don't click
Where can we buy the different pieces for Kam
Thank you. Have purchased a snap kit but cannot use it. Your plastic version seems great. Am in India, and Amazon does not seem to have it. Where can I purchase one?
Great to see the difference thank you ❤
You are welcome Gisela! I look forward to sewing a few more items with snaps and zippers….and perhaps lobster claws 😉💜
Thank you for sharing this
Love my Kam rivet press! Got it from Emmaline Bags here in Canada.
Me too!!!!! Emmaline bags is a wonderful company 💜
Very good explanation thank you
Can we use metal snap plier button in the plastic snap button plier
@4:05 Awl. Very helpful video. 👍
Which one has the most holding force? Looking for something to hold fabric onto my kayak (so it'll need to go through Nylon straps).
You are going to need the heavy duty KAMsnap system which I have linked in the description. The first two versions I introduced in the video are good for clothing and craft projects. The KAMsnap system lets you install snaps in a way that they will not come apart under heavy use. Hope that helps!
Wish I had seen this before buying the metal prong ones! Not worth it. TY for the video!
What’s the problem with the metal ones? I need to put a snap on very stretchy thin fabric and I’m thinking the metal ones would be better for that?
Do you think the plastic snaps will be able to go through 1-2 layers of fleece?
I do think so. The plastic snaps have longer stems that you squish. But I haven’t tried to go through that much fabric.
@@TamarasJoyDIY thanks! I’ll order and give it a try then!
Nobody seems to be having the same problem as me! The post from the snaps, the get in the way of each other causing the snaps not to go together and I'm so confused because I feel like I'm the only one who's having this problem
Is the fabric too thick? It may make the teeth go in the wrong direction.
What is “VRS”? Do you mean “vs.” which is the abbreviation for “versus”?
Thank you. Ive bought the metal ones for handbag pockets but wondering if theyre too strong. If I buy the plastic ones, would they fit in the metal pliers?
Hi Ruth. The plastic ones will not fit in the metal grommet clamp. But different metal ones will fit in the clamp for plastic ones. Hope that makes sense. Happy sewing!
I'm sewing baby clothes. Which ones is the best to use?
I like the look of the metal snaps. But the plastic ones are easier to install. The metal one works on a thin fabric layer, so baby clothes like jersey fabric should be fine. But if your fabric gets too thick the teeth from the metal snaps won’t hold as they are not long enough. The best bet of course is the metal snap press I show at the end of this video. Hope that helps guide you a bit better. And happy sewing!
I bought the metal snap installer for baby clothes and I would NOT recommend them. The fact that they don't handle much cloth is a pain, but way more importantly; If you have a slightly loosely fastened snap, the back (clawed side) and front (male or female snap) pull away from eachother easily - exposing those metal prongs. SUPER sharp for anyone's skin especially a baby and also super scary if one came apart and they went to put it in their mouth! I make my own kids' some clothes, so this has been the experience for me. I am considering getting the plastic fasteners for safety sake, even though I don't like how they look as much.
I may be in the minority who don't like the outside look of the metal snap buttons. I thought there should be a stud/post. And you can't use the pliers for the five-claw system to install plastic buttons?
It is totally up to you which one you like of course :) but the plastic snaps do need their own clamp, they will not work in the metal clamp. Unless you are using the large press I talk about at the end of the video. It will do all the snaps, you just need to change out the ends to match. hope that helps, Happy Sewing!
@@TamarasJoyDIY Thank you so much.
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Metal snaps don't fit on fabric, they fall down when trying to open
Yes, If the fabric is too thick the little teeth on the metal snaps will not be able to get through and connect to the other side. But if you are using them on a thin piece of fabric they will connect and stay put.
@@TamarasJoyDIY thanks for your response